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HUD to Host Series of PRO Housing NOFO Webinars
On August 14, HUD announced that they will be launching a series of webinars to explain the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the newly established program Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing (PRO Housing). The program focuses on supporting communities who are actively taking steps to remove barriers to affordable housing. The first webinar … Continue reading HUD to Host Series of PRO Housing NOFO Webinars
HUD Announces $73 Million in HUD-VASH Funding for PHAs
On August 14, HUD announced the availability of approximately $73 million in HUD Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) funding, with up to $10 million of the appropriated funds to be utilized for administrative and other expenses of PHAs. The vouchers are administered in partnership with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and enable homeless … Continue reading HUD Announces $73 Million in HUD-VASH Funding for PHAs
Davis-Bacon Final Rule Published on Public Inspection
The Department of Labor (DOL) scheduled the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts Regulations final rule for public inspection in The Federal Register on August 23, 2023. It is currently available on public inspection. The DOL emphasized that this rule is “the first comprehensive regulatory review in nearly 40 years” and responds to comments to the proposed … Continue reading Davis-Bacon Final Rule Published on Public Inspection
HUD Releases List of Discretionary Policies to Implement HOTMA
HUD has released a list of policies related to Sections 102 and 104 of HOTMA that PHAs must update and include in their Admissions and Continued Occupancy Plans (ACOPs) and/or Administrative Plans (Admin Plans) by January 1, 2024. The list identifies specific regulations in HOTMA, the related HOTMA policy background, and the policies that have … Continue reading HUD Releases List of Discretionary Policies to Implement HOTMA
HUD Allocates New Vouchers and Administrative Fees
On August 2, HUD published a notice titled “Allocation of New Incremental Housing Choice Vouchers and Special Administrative Fees” (Notice PIH 2023-21 (HA)). The notice explains the process for awarding approximately four thousand new general purpose vouchers to PHAs and also explains how administrative fees related to these vouchers will be distributed. To be eligible … Continue reading HUD Allocates New Vouchers and Administrative Fees
HUD Publishes MTW Flexibility II Cohort Request for Applications
On July 31, HUD published a notice titled “Request for Applications under the Moving to Work Demonstration Program: Overall Impact of Moving to Work Flexibility and Administrative Efficiencies” (Notice PIH 2023-20). The notice discusses the fifth cohort of the Moving to Work (MTW) expansion demonstration program. The MTW demonstration allows PHAs certain flexibilities in how … Continue reading HUD Publishes MTW Flexibility II Cohort Request for Applications
Register to Learn How to Get Involved with Cybersecurity Month
From the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA): Held every October, Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a collaboration between government and private industry to raise awareness about digital security and empower everyone to protect their personal data from digital forms of crime and malicious cyber actors. The month is dedicated to creating resources and communications for … Continue reading Register to Learn How to Get Involved with Cybersecurity Month
HUD Awards $370 Million in Choice Neighborhoods Implementation Grants
On July 26, HUD announced $370 million in Choice Implementation Grants set to be awarded to eight cities across the country. The new grantees join 44 other Choice Neighborhoods sites nationwide. HUD Secretary Fudge visited Birmingham, Alabama, where she presented one of the eight grants in person. From August 1 through August 4 leadership from … Continue reading HUD Awards $370 Million in Choice Neighborhoods Implementation Grants
HUD Releases New RAD Supplemental Notice
On July 27, HUD published a supplement to the RAD Notice (Notice H-2023-08/PIH 2023-19, Rev 4-b) which implements certain changes to the Rental Assistance Demonstration program. The notice will go into effect immediately following publication in the Federal Register. Major revisions in the notice include: The Notice can be found here. HUD will also be … Continue reading HUD Releases New RAD Supplemental Notice
HUD Releases New $85 Million Funding Opportunity “PRO Housing”
On July 27, HUD announced the launch of a new $85 million grant program Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing (PRO Housing). The program is focused on supporting communities who are actively taking steps towards removing barriers to affordable housing. Funds from the PRO Housing program are governed by statutes and regulations of the Community Development … Continue reading HUD Releases New $85 Million Funding Opportunity “PRO Housing”